Cruise generates €10.4 billion to the UK economy
The cruise industry generated €10.4 billion to the UK economy in 2017 according to research conducted on behalf of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). The figure represents about 22…
October, 2018
MSC to launch ultra-luxury fleet
MSC Cruises has announced that it is to launch four ultra-luxury ships in a deal said to be worth about €2 billion. The first vessel, which will have 500…
Bspoke Tours launches expedition cruise programme
BSpoke Tours, the activity holiday specialist, has launched its first range of expedition cruises with partners such as Qark Expeditions and Silversea. The company, which is known for its…
Anthony Daniels becomes Hurtigruten general manager
Anthony Daniels has been made UK general manager of Hurtigruten following the departure of the company’s managing director, Magnus Zetterberg. Daniels was formerly head of sales in the UK for…
Scenic: The world of ultra-luxury expedition cruise just got even better
Scenic Eclipse is the line’s first purpose built discovery yacht, and comes complete with two Airbus H130 helicopters and Scenic Neptune – a six-seater submarine – to ensure the…
In a booming river cruise market, CroisiEurope offers plenty of USPs
The French-owned line is outpacing the growth of the sector thanks to a mix of competitive prices, quality food and a large fleet round the world – and the…
More young people considering a cruise, say ABTA
Young people are considering a cruise in ever increasing numbers, according to ABTA’s latest Holiday Habits Report. More than one in 10 18-34 year-olds, 12%, are looking to take…
Silversea orders three ships
Silversea, the ultra-luxury cruise line, has announced an agreement with new owner Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd for three new ships. The ships will be the first ultra luxury vessels…
Island life: Viking Cruises in the Caribbean
Beginning in Puerto Rico’s capital, San Juan, Anthony Pearce explores the Caribbean on board Viking Sea and realises that there is no better way to see this incredible part…
How to keep cruise costs down and help your bookings go up
Sam Ballard looks at ways of minimising cruise costs and convincing those customers who would normally be put off by the price to get on board Have you ever…
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